Elegant 1850s Cased Daguerreotype - Beautiful Young Woman in Plaid-Trimmed Dress

Elegant 1850s Cased Daguerreotype - Beautiful Young Woman in Plaid-Trimmed Dress
 
For sale is a striking mid-19th century cased portrait of a lovely young woman, dating to the 1850s
 
She is seated in a classic studio pose, gazing directly at the viewer with a calm and dignified expression. Her dark hair is center-parted and styled in the fashionable manner of the period. She wears a beautiful dark silk or taffeta dress featuring a full skirt and distinctive plaid or checkered trim on the bodice and puffed sleeves, accented with delicate lace or ruffles at the neckline. Her hands are gracefully clasped in her lap.
 
This fine portrait is presented in its original case with a handsome gilt brass mat that has intricate embossed floral and scrollwork designs framing the image. The rich gold tones beautifully complement the deep tones of her dress and the warm patina of the antique photograph.